2006 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1993 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
